Percocet Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Percocet side effects may include
lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and
shortness of breath. Other Percocet side effects include allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania,
drowsiness, mood changes, and restlessness.
Percocet Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Percocet side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
Percocet is used for the
relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Percocet combines a narcotic
analgesic (Oxycodone) with a non-narcotic analgesic
(Acetaminophen). Acetaminophen in Percocet is also used for reducing
fever.
Percocet
Caution
Percocet is habit forming. Use it exactly as
prescribed by your physician. If you were addicted to narcotics or
painkillers in the past, let your doctor know about it.
No one who
had an allergic reaction to oxycodone or acetaminophen (Tylenol) or have
adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take this drug.
Percocet can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate
machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
If you ever
had a head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease, discuss with your
doctor before taking Percocet.
Percocet
and Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or nursing, let
your doctor know about it before taking Percocet.
Percocet
Interactions
Percocet slows the nerve cell response;
Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.
Check with your
physician before combining Percocet with the anti-depressant, anti anxiety
drugs, cold medicines that has Antihistamines, tranquilizers, MAO
inhibitors, other narcotic analgesics as well as herbal anti-depressant,
St. John’s wort.
Percocet
Doses
ADULTS
The usual dose is 1 or 2 tablets,
taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per
day.
CHILDREN
Percocet is not recommended for
children.
Percocet Overdose
Symptoms of Percocet overdose include bluish skin,
blood disorders, cold and clammy skin, extreme sleepiness that can
leads to coma, general bodily discomfort, heart problems, heavy
perspiration, kidney problems, limp muscles, liver failure, low blood
pressure, nausea, slow heartbeat, and vomiting.
In case of Percocet overdose, seek emergency medical attention
right away.
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